Paranormal Meets the Past: ParaPsyCon VI At OSR

By 1812Blockhouse

The towering limestone walls of the Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield are preparing to welcome back the curious, the brave, and the believers for the 6th annual ParaPsyCon — a unique gathering where paranormal enthusiasts, skeptics, and experts come together for an unforgettable weekend of otherworldly exploration.

Taking place from May 17 to May 18, with a VIP kick-off party on Friday, May 16, ParaPsyCon VI offers a spine-tingling mix of speakers, vendors, celebrity guests, and ghost-hunting adventures — all within the famously haunted halls of the reformatory featured in The Shawshank Redemption.

A Lineup to Give You Chills

This year’s event promises to be the biggest yet. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet and mingle with:

Psychics & Mediums
Paranormal Investigation Teams
UFO & Bigfoot Researchers
Authors & Filmmakers
Energy Healers & Crystal Experts
Vendors offering stones, jewelry, tarot readings, and more

With over 90 vendor tables, ParaPsyCon is both a marketplace and a meeting place for all things mysterious.

Your Ticket to the Unknown

All general admission tickets include self-guided tours of the Reformatory, allowing guests to wander the same corridors once walked by inmates and immortalized by Hollywood. From cell blocks to solitary confinement, visitors can learn about the prison’s storied past and its reputation as one of the most haunted locations in America.

Want more? Special ticketed events include:

Friday, May 16 | 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
VIP Kick-off Party – Mingle with celebs and special guests
Saturday, May 17 | 8:30 PM – 2:30 AM
Celebrity Ghost Hunt – Join paranormal celebrities for an all-night investigation

Tickets and full event details are available at parapsycon.com.

Meet the Stars of the Spirit World

Celebrity guests will be on-site during the following hours:

Saturday, May 17: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday, May 18: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
(Note: Celebrity availability on Sunday may vary based on flight schedules)

Whether you’re collecting autographs, attending a panel, or swapping ghost stories, the ParaPsyCon celeb lineup is sure to please.

A Historic Haunt with a Purpose

Every dollar spent at ParaPsyCon supports a greater cause. All profits are donated to OSR for its ongoing preservation and restoration. The organizers — Tri-C Ghost Hunters and Black Shamrock Events — take no profit, ensuring this historic treasure remains open to future generations of thrill-seekers and historians alike.

While you’re there, don’t miss a stop at the Ohio State Reformatory Museum Store, stocked with books, apparel, and unique souvenirs.

Ready to Believe?

Whether you’re a paranormal pro or just curious about what lies beyond the veil, ParaPsyCon VI promises a weekend packed with thrills, chills, and maybe even a few unexplained moments. Set your sights on Mansfield this May — and get ready to walk with ghosts.

👻 For tickets, raffles, VIP info, and more, visit ParaPsyCon.com
🏛 Learn more about the venue at mrps.org